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Medicef 500 mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Overview
Uses of Medicef Tablet
Medicef Tablet side effects
Common
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
How to use Medicef Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Medicef 500 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Medicef Tablet works
Medicef 500 mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Medicef Tablet related warnings
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Medicef 500 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Medicef 500 mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Lactation
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Medicef 500 mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Medicef 500 mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Medicef 500 mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Medicef 500 mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Medicef 500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Medicef 500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Medicef 500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Medicef 500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you miss a dose of Medicef Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Medicef 500 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Expert Advice
- Your doctor has prescribed Medicef 500 mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Discontinue Medicef 500 mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Medicef 500 mg Tablet as it may cause increased side effects.
Patient Concerns
Questions Related to Medicef
Do you have any questions related to Medicef 500 mg Tablet?
FAQs
Q. Is cephalexin safe?
Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Can the use of Medicef cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Medicef can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if Medicef doesn't work?
Talk to your doctor if Medicef doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Medicef or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Medicef?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Medicef when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Medicef and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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References
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- Cefalexin. South Ruislip, UK: Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.; 2010. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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